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Reading Comprehension

Grade 4 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-HX2S0N-K864

1.

Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?

2.

Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?

3.

The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?

4.

The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?

5.

The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?

6.

Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.

7.

The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?

8.

The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?

9.

The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?

10.

The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?Upfront cost for later savings
  2. Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?Dry conditions and survival adaptations
  3. The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?Bike lanes encouraged cycling
  4. The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?Failure can guide improvement
  5. The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?It provides evidence
  6. Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.They reduce erosion or shelter fish
  7. The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?To reinforce the main argument
  8. The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?Honesty
  9. The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?It previews the main idea
  10. The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?Residents raised concerns

Worked example

Read once for meaning, then reread to locate evidence.

Common mistake

Answering from memory instead of using the text.

Helpful hint

Underline the words that support your answer.